Grape escapes in Slovakia
the western part of the country. As they enjoy tastings and
tours at some of the area’s award-winning vineyards—Mrva
& Stanko Winery, Terra Parna, Karpatská Perla and Vína z
Mlyna—groups can also experience the beauty of the quaint
towns found throughout the Lower Carpathian mountains.
A number of wine-themed events are held throughout the
year, with the main one being Víno Tirnavia. This weekend
festival, which takes place in mid-May in downtown Trnava,
brings together thousands of wine lovers for
tastings, seminars and a juried winemakers
competition.
The autumn months are highlighted by
Medieval Pressing (early September) and Open
Cellar Day (late October). During Medieval
Pressing, the courtyard near the Trnava town
hall is abuzz with grape stomping, traditional
music and performances detailing scenes from
winemakers’ lives. Many of the wineries in the
city open their cellars one day each year, hence
the daylong celebration that takes aficionados
into ancient underground rooms for samples
and tours.
Call +1.421.2.5070.0846 or go to slovak.travel/
en-region-tirnavia to find out more. —P.H.
REGIONTIRNAVIA.SK
Slovakia has a rich history of winemaking that dates back
hundreds of years, and one of the early centers was the city
of Trnava. Located north of the capital city, Bratislava, Trnava
boasts a favorable growing climate, and its location along a
major trade route helped it develop as a top spot for wine
production.
The Tirnavia Wine Region has become a prime destination
for travelers seeking to experience the fruits of the vine in
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